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Yanque, Peru

Arequipa · Peru

Yanque is a small town in Arequipa, Peru with a population of 0. Elevation: 11,257 ft (3,431 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,257 ft Elevation 3,431 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Yanque

Yanque is a 5,205-metre-high (17,077 ft) mountain in the Andes of Peru. It is located in the Junín Region, Yauli Province, Carhuacayan District, and in the Lima Region, Huaral Province, Atavillos Alto District. It lies southwest of Tuctococha and northeast of the peak of Alcay.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days365/yr
Elevation11,257 ft (3,431 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation11,257 ft (3,431 m)
Coordinates-15.6492°, -71.6578°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceArequipa
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall80.9 inches (206 cm)

About Yanque

Yanque is a small town in Peru (Arequipa) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 11,257 feet (3,431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Yanque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 365 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 80.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,257 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below Peru avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days365 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,257 ft (3,431 m)
Area113.1 sq mi (292.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-15.6492°N, 71.6578°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Peru avg
Snowfall 80.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

733 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 140 km
Jul 8, 2008 28 km E of Lluta, Peru M6.2 39 km
Oct 8, 1998 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru M6.2 59 km
Jun 7, 2012 16 km S of Uñon, Peru M6.1 85 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 147 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 101 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 9 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 149 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 131 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 144 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 22 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 94 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 103 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 98 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 135 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 110 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 147 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 131 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 149 km
Jan 29, 2019 20 km NNW of Ayo, Peru M5.5 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sabancaya (26 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 26 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 54 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 62 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 76 km
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 137 km
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.2 in
May 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
June 36°F (2°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in
August 36°F (2°C) 0.2 in
September 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in

Yanque has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 36°F in June to 44°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Yanque

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Yanque
Yanque
Institución Educativa 40397 San Antonio De Padua
Institución Educativa Agropecuario Yanque
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Hotels in Yanque

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Colca Lodge
Eco Inn Colca
Killawasi Lodge
Kontiki Lodging and Food
Villa Hermosa de Yanque

Restaurants in Yanque

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maysumaq
Restaurant Alpaca Chef
Restaurant Incafé
Restaurant Incafe
Restaurant Urpicha del Colca
Restaurante Bar Cocafe
Sabores Andinos Colca

Monuments in Yanque

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tumbas Shininea

Stadiums & Teams in Yanque

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yanque

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rodríguez Ballón International AirportAQPLarge Airport
Chivay AirportSmall Airport
Orcopampa AirportSmall Airport
Siguas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yanque

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,420 m (11,221 ft)
Postal Code
04140

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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What is the weather like in Yanque?

Yanque has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 365 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 80.9 inches of snow.

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